Culture InstructorDepartment: EducationProgram: YaghanenReports to: Elementary or Middle-High School CoordinatorEmployment Status: Full TimeFLSA Status: Non-Exempt Schedule: 40 Hours/52 WeeksPreference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638Job SummaryProvide culturally relevant educational opportunities and prevention services to youth based on the Tribe's values, tradition and culture through in school, after school and summer programming. The Culture Instructor will be responsible for developing culturally appropriate lessons and projects within the Yaghanen K-12 program.Essential FunctionsProvides supervision and direction for youth participating in the Tribe's youth programs, including summer camps, Native Youth Olympics, Jabila'ina Dance Group, and Del Dumi Drum GroupDevelops and implements cultural and language education lessons to deliver to program participants in the Yaghanen After School programWorks as a team member with Yaghanen staff as directed to insure cultural programming is appropriately reflectedDirects and supervises youth during Yaghanen summer and winter programs. This includes maintaining attendance records.Provides educational support during school hours in local school buildingsMaintains accurate documentation in the data management systemTransports items (including lifting & driving) for Yaghanen programsModels appropriate behavior for youthEnsures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinanceIt is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.Working ConditionsLifting RequirementsMedium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Physical RequirementsStand or Sit (Stationary position)Walk (Move, Traverse)Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)Taste/Smell (Detect, Distinguish, Determine)Pushing or PullingRepetitive MotionHazards and Atmospheric ConditionsExposure to DustExposure to Extreme TemperaturesWetNoiseBurn HazardsOSHA CategoriesCategory II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occurEquipment and ToolsList Equipment used for job: computer, scanner, copier, occasional use of hand toolsList Tools: Shovels, saws, axes, hammers, screw driversDrives KIT or Personal Vehicle: BothTravelLocal In-StateQualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)ExperienceThree (3) years of experience working with youth in an education settingA deep understanding and appreciation for the Kenaitze Dena'ina culture, history, and traditions or willingness to learn after hirePreferredKnowledge and experience working with cultural diversitiesExperience in public speakingLicense/CertificationMust have a valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policyMust have Pediatric/Adult First Aid/CPR, or obtain within 90 days of hireSpecial SkillsCreative, energetic and motivated approach to achieving goalsDemonstrate ability to manage multiple goals, projects, and deadlinesDemonstrate ability to lead, adapt, and align programs with changeWorking knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and OutlookGood oral and written communicationAble to work a varied work schedule, travel to events, competitions and campsAbility to lift 30 pounds and be physically activeConducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and othersThis position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position.*Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.
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